Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

MSTGN2001 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Use steaming and pressing equipment in TCF production

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSTGN2001 - Use steaming and pressing equipment in TCF production
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers skills and knowledge required to use steaming and pressing equipment in textile or clothing production operations, dry cleaning, laundry operations and millinery. It applies to garment or textile production, servicing and presentation according to the requirements and standards of the relevant textile, clothing and footwear (TCF) industry sector.The unit of competency applies to pressing work where the position and handling of work are under the control of the operator and operator skills contribute to the final appearance and finish of the work.The unit of competency applies to maintaining and operating equipment to press work that requires knowledge of a wider range of fabrics or more complex items. Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities.This unit of competency is applicable to all sectors of the TCF industry.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Assessors must:

satisfy the assessor competency requirements that are in place at the time of the assessment, as set by the VET regulator

have vocational competency in using steaming and pressing equipment in TCF production, at least to the level being assessed, with relevant industry knowledge and experience.

Assessment should occur in operational workplace situations. Where this is not possible, or where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment must occur in a sufficiently rigorous simulated environment reflecting realistic operational workplace conditions. This must cover all aspects of workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Conditions for assessment must include access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required, including relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications associated with this unit.

The unit is applicable to all TCF sectors and assessment must ensure it is delivered to suit the industry it is being applied to.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Generic
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Determine job requirements
  • Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
       
Element: Prepare to use steaming and pressing equipment
  • Prepare work area according to industry production sector and workplace procedures
  • Select, check and inspect steaming and pressing equipment and workstation
  • Identify materials to be steamed or pressed and their performance characteristics
       
Element: Test pressing and steaming equipment
  • Test steaming of sample materials according to composition and construction of materials
  • Test pressing of sample materials according to composition and construction of materials
  • Adjust settings on pressing and steaming equipment, as necessary
  • Identify operational problems of equipment, report and address
       
Element: Use steaming and pressing equipment
  • Conduct steaming and pressing according to the tests on material samples and manufacturer instructions
  • Engage steaming and pressing equipment to form, adjust, finish and present garments, textiles or millinery, as required
  • Disengage steaming and pressing equipment according to manufacturer instructions
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Determine job requirements

1.1

Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)

1.2

Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times

1.3

Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs

1.4

Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions

2

Prepare to use steaming and pressing equipment

2.1

Prepare work area according to industry production sector and workplace procedures

2.2

Select, check and inspect steaming and pressing equipment and workstation

2.3

Identify materials to be steamed or pressed and their performance characteristics

3

Test pressing and steaming equipment

3.1

Test steaming of sample materials according to composition and construction of materials

3.2

Test pressing of sample materials according to composition and construction of materials

3.3

Adjust settings on pressing and steaming equipment, as necessary

3.4

Identify operational problems of equipment, report and address

4

Use steaming and pressing equipment

4.1

Conduct steaming and pressing according to the tests on material samples and manufacturer instructions

4.2

Engage steaming and pressing equipment to form, adjust, finish and present garments, textiles or millinery, as required

4.3

Disengage steaming and pressing equipment according to manufacturer instructions

4.4

Conduct steaming and pressing according to the tests on material samples and manufacturer instructions

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include:

reading and following work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), safe work practices

applying relevant standards

setting up equipment to suit job requirements and performing routine checking and maintenance

operating equipment according to manufacturer specifications

identifying material characteristics

testing material samples

steaming and pressing a variety of materials and/or items according to the tests on material samples and manufacturer’s instructions, on at least three (3) occasions

using steaming and pressing equipment to form, adjust, finish and present garments, textiles, laundry or dry cleaning items or millinery, as appropriate to the sector

reporting and documenting processes, as required

applying workplace procedures.

Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:

safe work practices and procedures and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

relevant Australian Standards

material types and their performance characteristics:

reaction to heat, steam, time and pressure, including:

stretching

shrinking

elasticity

tension

drying time

manufacturer instructions for:

SOPs

troubleshooting

minor maintenance procedures

limitations of usage

conditions of warranty

suggested temperature, timing and moisture for various materials

operation of steaming and pressing equipment to form, adjust, finish and present garments, textiles, millinery, laundry or dry cleaning items, as appropriate to the sector

steaming and pressing equipment, such as:

irons

presses

industrial steam irons

suction boards

sleeve board

sleeve roll

millinery steamer

hot block

hat stretcher

hairdryer

industrial pressing station

ironing board

water bottle

pressing pad or roll

needle board

pressing cloth

distilled water

equipment testing and checking

material samples testing:

testing on a small piece of material at various heat settings to ascertain optimum settings (temperature and time) for the material

test material reaction to steam or water

procedures to engage and disengage tools and equipment:

turning-on electricity source

setting temperature and timing devices

pre-heating

turning off power source

allowing equipment to cool before storage

emptying water reservoir

cleaning equipment

disassembling parts ready for storage

steaming and pressing presentation:

components

finished items for packaging or storage

finished items after unpacking

a finished item to revitalise it

items ready for visual merchandising

a finished item ready for despatch

workplace procedures

recording and reporting practices.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)

Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Determine job requirements

1.1

Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)

1.2

Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times

1.3

Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs

1.4

Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions

2

Prepare to use steaming and pressing equipment

2.1

Prepare work area according to industry production sector and workplace procedures

2.2

Select, check and inspect steaming and pressing equipment and workstation

2.3

Identify materials to be steamed or pressed and their performance characteristics

3

Test pressing and steaming equipment

3.1

Test steaming of sample materials according to composition and construction of materials

3.2

Test pressing of sample materials according to composition and construction of materials

3.3

Adjust settings on pressing and steaming equipment, as necessary

3.4

Identify operational problems of equipment, report and address

4

Use steaming and pressing equipment

4.1

Conduct steaming and pressing according to the tests on material samples and manufacturer instructions

4.2

Engage steaming and pressing equipment to form, adjust, finish and present garments, textiles or millinery, as required

4.3

Disengage steaming and pressing equipment according to manufacturer instructions

4.4

Conduct steaming and pressing according to the tests on material samples and manufacturer instructions

This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

Workplace procedures include one or more of the following:

requirements prescribed by legislation, awards, agreements and conditions of employment

SOPs

work instructions

personal protective equipment (PPE

oral, written and visual communication

quality practices, including responsibility for maintenance of own work quality and contribution to quality improvement of team or section output

housekeeping

tasks related to environmental protection, waste disposal, pollution control and recycling

WHS practices

Industry production sectors include, but are not limited to, the following:

garments

textiles

millinery

laundry

dry cleaning

Australian Standards include:

the relevant industry or Australian Standards that are current at the time this unit is being undertaken

Check and inspect includes, but is not limited to, the following:

inspecting tags or documents to ensure certified electrical testing has been conducted on electrical equipment

checking water reservoirs are filled to the designated levels in relevant equipment

inspecting contact surfaces of steaming and pressing equipment are clean

checking thermostats are in working order and set at appropriate temperature

checking condition of electrical cords

Materials include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following:

woven

knitted

non-woven

trims and components

fusing

woven cottons

denim

single knits

tricot

gabardine

cotton drill

calico

double knit

rugby knit

poplin

pre-formed millinery materials

flat materials

braids

foundation fabrics, such as canvas

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) 
Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times 
Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs 
Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions 
Prepare work area according to industry production sector and workplace procedures 
Select, check and inspect steaming and pressing equipment and workstation 
Identify materials to be steamed or pressed and their performance characteristics 
Test steaming of sample materials according to composition and construction of materials 
Test pressing of sample materials according to composition and construction of materials 
Adjust settings on pressing and steaming equipment, as necessary 
Identify operational problems of equipment, report and address 
Conduct steaming and pressing according to the tests on material samples and manufacturer instructions 
Engage steaming and pressing equipment to form, adjust, finish and present garments, textiles or millinery, as required 
Disengage steaming and pressing equipment according to manufacturer instructions 

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